Following a draw against a country that can be walked across in a straight line and a country the United States has a special relationship with, the USMNT found itself needing a win against a country... that the USA decidedly does not have a special relationship with. The game would answer some questions: would Iran “just” play for a draw and turn the game into a Concacafy nightmare? Could the USA score its second goal of the World Cup? Did Gregg Berhalter score some sweet new kick drip bet on Black Friday? Who would come out on top of the matchup between two former MLS managers facing off in the World Cup?
2022 World Cup: USA 1-0 Iran - The Americans hold on for a win and advance to the Round of 16
